Physical Therapists

Joy Ambrosio, PT

Johnabel (Joy) Ambrosio is a licensed physical therapist. She received a Bachelors Degree of Science and Physical Therapy in 1993 from Emilio Aguinaldo College in Manila, Philippines. She has 15 years experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehab which includes wound care treatment and general care for pediatrics, adults and geriatrics. Through her clinical work experience she has excelled in the area of outpatient physical therapy at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital. Johnabel specializes in neurologic and orthopedic conditioning and vestibular rehabilitation. Joy’s PT Tip: Good posture starts with a strong core.

Cheryl Bennett, PTA

Cheryl Bennett is a licensed physical therapist assistant and massage therapist. Her 24 years clinical experience as a PTA in outpatient and inpatient rehab includes work in orthopedic and neurologic care, massage therapy, pool therapy, vestibular rehabilitation, wound care, and geriatric care. Cheryl’s specializes in manual therapy, balance dysfunction, upper body acupressure, and massage.Cheryl’s PT Tip: Work on the abs. It helps posture and body stamina.

Carl Burdinie, PT

Carl Burdinie is a licensed physical therapist and manager. He received his Bachelors in Science from University of Illinois Medical Center and Columbia College. Carl has 25 years clinical experience from working in both hospitals and outpatient rehab facilities. Carl specializes in Functional Capacity Testing, wound care, manual therapy, headache care, and TMD. Carl’s professional affiliations include the American Physical Therapy Association, American Academy of Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapy.Carl’s PT Tip Keep your back erect and limit twisting.

Heidi Daley, PT

Heidi Daley is a licensed physical therapist. She received her Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University in 1985. Heidi has 23 years clinical experience focused primarily on orthopedic outpatient rehab care and sports medicine.

Beth Landers, PT, DPT

Beth Landers is a licensed physical therapist. She graduated with honors from Governors State University in 2011 with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Beth also received a Bachelors Degree in Biology in 2004 from the University of Illinois. Beth's clinical experience includes work in outpatient orthopedics, outpatient neurological rehabilitation, and inpatient neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation. She currently practices in the area of outpatient physical therapy at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital and Adventist Plainfield Physical Therapy. Beth has a special interest in taping techniques, wound care, and the rehabilitation of patient's with knee injuries, amputations, and lower extremity sports related injuries.

Howard Manuel, PT, DPT

Howard Manuel is a licensed physical therapist with a clinical doctorate degree of physical therapy. He received his doctor of physical therapy degree from Midwestern University in 2006 and Bachelors of Science in psychology from University of Washington. Howard's clinical experience includes neurological care, inpatient acute care and specializes in outpatient orthopaedics here at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital. He is the first senior therapist at ABH.

Darryl McNeil, PT

Darryl McNeil is a licensed physical therapist. He graduated from Queen's University in Kingston Ontario, Canada in 1996. He is a certified manual therapist and has completed a spine speciality training program from the Human Performance and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus, GA. He currently practices at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital and Adventist Plainfield Physical Therapy.

PT tip: Know your limits and listen to what your body is telling you.

Melissa Wilson, PT

Melissa Wilson is a licensed physical therapist. She received a Bachelors Degree of Science in 2007 and earned a Master of Physical Therapy in 2009 from Northern Illinois University. Her clinical experience includes work in outpatient orthopedics, inpatient acute care, and school pediatric physical therapy settings. She currently practices in the area of outpatient physical therapy at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital with a special interest in rehabilitation of shoulder and ankle injuries.

Melissa's PT Tip: A strong core is the key to a successful and complete recovery.